Culinary Services Cook- PRN

Sonida Senior Living•Maumelle, AR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Cook at Willow Grove Maumelle, you will help create a welcoming, safe, and caring home for residents. Working closely with the team, you will prepare and serve meals and help deliver the community’s dining experience. The role supports the Culinary Services Director in maintaining an organized and efficient Dining Services department, while ensuring meal service, customer service, and kitchen and dining-room cleanliness meet standards.

Requirements

Must possess a Food Service Sanitation Certificate as required by state or local requirements.
Experience and/or knowledge of preparing and serving meals in volume for large groups.
Ability to read and understand recipes.
Ability to work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at once, and communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Caring attitude and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or guest service is preferred but not required.
High school graduate or GED preferred.
Some supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and serve attractive, nutritious meals in an organized, timely, and sanitary manner.
Assist the Culinary Services Director in maintaining an organized and efficient Dining Services department.
Prepare and serve meals for assigned shifts.
Maintain dining-services standards, including efficient meal delivery, customer service, and cleanliness of the dining room and kitchen.
Clean the work area, pots, and equipment after preparation and service.
Cover, label, date, and store leftovers in the proper place.